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Training for the 2024 Ventura Marathon marathon made me more curious about my Dad’s stories about running the very 1st Chicago marathon back in 1977 wearing construction boots! This interview is about what he remembers from those early marathons!

A interview of interviewee Jessica Perez and her story of one of her great experiences. Made for English II

A interview of interviewee Jessica Perez and her story of one of her great experiences. Made for English II

Harper Schaberg(16) talks with Norma Schaberg(92) about her parents and how she was raised. She talks about what she wish she did different, how unsupervised life was, and growing up in the West side of Chicago.

One Small Step Partners Ian Campbell (27) and Brice Basquez (44) take an hour to discuss their multi-regional experience with America and how it has shaped their faith and political perspective.

Creating Community Through Sharing Stories: Sandis Wright was born in a rural Swedish community in northern Maine, where he always dreamed of living in the big city. After moving to both Chicago and Atlanta, and getting married, he decided to...

Ben Sachs-Cobbe talks with his Aunt Toni about her childhood in a crowded apartment in Chicago's west side, her getting an education, falling in love, and surviving cancer.

Joni Garcia (67)and Beverly Rowls (72) share stories from their lives as educators and business owners. The two discuss a wide range of topics including individual political transformations.

Patricia Mukherjee (90) talks about her childhood and her life as well as her relationship with her husband.

I got to interview my grandpa about the 1960’s. it was Avery informative and cool to learn more about his experiences during that time.

Danielle Marrone speaks with Folklife Director Lesley Schierenbeck about the history of Pinelands Folk Culture at Albert Hall, her presence as a female folk musician, and the preservation and history of Albert Hall's female folk scene. Danielle has been instrumental...

Meet Josh Werner! From finding a guitar is his parent’s closet, to receiving his grandmother’s blessing to pursue music professionally, Josh has come a long way. He is now one of the most talented and respected country musicians in South...

my mother and I talking about immigration.

Meet Bonnie Leigh! From picking up a guitar for $5 at a yard sale, to establishing herself as one of South Jersey’s most respected musicians, Bonnie has certainly come a long way. In this interview, she shares her best performing...

Meet Chuck Paul! From learning how to perfect dream catchers from a Native American to being featured on Blackmore’s Night’s Instagram page, Chuck has lived a fascinating life. In this interview, he shares his best stories from performing at venues...

Meet Matt Fisher! From learning how to play guitar from family and friends, to being featured on MTV’s Made, Matt has lived an exciting life. Now, Matt finds the most fulfillment equipping his students with the tools necessary to play...

Meet Linda Salmons! Linda is the founder of “Picking On The Porch” at the Tuckerton Seaport. In this interview, she shares the best stories from her life as a folk musician. From meeting Taylor Swift to trading guitar lessons for...

My uncle, Ehren, and I, Isabella, have a short but informative conversation on his life. We discussed my father and his upcoming and goals in his life and more.

Henry Vilcins interviews his grandfather, Ivar.

Interview with Dolores Sheehy regarding her family and life growing up in Chicago.

Mary Suzanne Chladek Gehardt (77) discusses about where she grew up and what was it was like to live in Southside, Chicago. She also discusses about her work life starting at hospice to real estate to becoming the first woman...

Life in Argentina and as an immigrant in Chicago.

Adele, a long-time client of EZRA's, discusses her experience with Uptown's political arena and emphasizes the need for widespread, community education.

Gloria sits down with a member of EZRA's Social Action Team to discuss Chicago's South Side and Uptown neighborhoods, being white passing, and systemic racism.

John Ford, a long-time client of EZRA's, sits down with a member of EZRA's Social Action team to discuss his experiences growing up as a Black man in Chicago, working with EZRA, and gentrification in Uptown, Chicago.